"(In the begining) mankind were one nation, (then they started to dispute), so Allah raised Prophets amongst them, as bearers of good news and as warners; and He revealed therewith the Scriptures, with the truth that it (the message of truth) might judge people's differences. And those who differed were the very people to whom the Scriptures were given concerning it. They differed only because of hatred of one another, even after clear proofs had come to them. So Allah, by His Will, guided those who believed in the truth about what they differed. And Allah guides whom He pleases to astraight path."

[The Qur'an, Surah 2:113]

STAND FIRMLYFOR JUSTICE

"O you who believe, stand firmly for justice, as witnesses before Allah, even if it be against yourselves, or your parents or your (close) relatives, and whether (it be against) rich or poor. God can best protect both. Do not follow the desires of your hearts, lest you swerve (from the truth) and if you distort your testimony or decline to do justice, verily Allah is fully aware of all that you do."[The Qur'an, Surah 4:135]

WHY ISLAM?

Islam is a perfect religion which provides solution to every problem and answer to every question. As the word 'Islam' means 'peace', it is effectively the religion of every human who likes peace. Peace within a human being, peace of mind, peace at home, peace in the society, and peace in the world. In other words Islam is a way of achieving peace by submitting to the Will of God.

Peace loving people welcomed and accepted Islam throughout the ages since the birth of Adam (peace be upon him). The modern laws of Islam were revealed from God (Allah) to Prophet Muhammad (peace be upon him) by Angel Gabriel some 1420 years ago. People who like peace, equality, and honesty in the society always welcome Islam. The only people reject this message of peace from their Creator are the wrong-doers and mischief makers.

Today, more than one billion people around the globe practice Islam, not only as their religion, but also their way of life. One-fifth of the world population from all races, every origin and nationalities regardless of their athnicity, culture or language follow Islamic teachings. In America, an estimated 130,000 people are converting to Islam every year.

Blessed are those who accept Islam and become the folowers of a natural way of life. Allah's has given human beings will-power and ability to think and differeciate between wrong and right, and His message is very clear about it:
"This is the path of your Lord, a straight way. Indeed, We have detailed our Revelations for the people who think. For them is abode of peace with their Lord; He will be their protecting friend because of their good deeds." [The Holy Qur'an, Surah 6:126-127]

"True believers are those whose hearts feel fear when Allah is mentioned, and their faith increases in strength when the revelations of Allah are recited to them, and who trust in their Lord. Who establish regular prayers and spend of that We have bestowed on them, such are indeed the true believers. For them are grades of honour and forgiveness from their Lord, and a bountiful provision will be made for them." [The Holy Qur'an, Surah 8:2-4]

Islam with followers surpassing the one and a half billion mark, Islam is the world’s
second largest religion. It is also the fastest growing religion in the world and in the United
States. In ten years, the population of Muslims (followers of Islam) in the United States went from
four million to eight million, making Islam the second largest religion in the United States (Young,
1997).

However, Islam in this country is different than what is practiced in the rest of the world.
There is a western influence on the religion and because of this it is not as conservative or orthodox
as once before.

Islam is not a new religion. Islam’s final message was revealed to Prophet
Muhammad, peace be upon him, 1,400 years ago. Allah, or God, revealed this message
to him through the angel Gabriel. This message was preserved in the Holy Qur’an during
the holy month of Ramadan. Earlier revelations consist of the Torah of Moses (peace be upon him) and the
Injeel, or Bible, of Jesus (peace be upon him).

Man, however, has corrupted these revelations over time and
because of this the final revelation of the Qur’an was deemed necessary.
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Islam is not a new religion. In fact Islam has been present since man set foot on the earth. Muhammad (peace be upon him)was not the founder of Islam but he was the last Messenger of God, chosen by God to spread the message of peace, Islam to the world.

And say: "The truth is from your Lord." Then whoever wants let him believe, and whoever wants let him disbelieve. Verily, We have prepared for disbelievers a Fire whose walls will be surrounding them. If they ask for help they will be granted water like boiling oil that will scald their faces. Terrible the drink, and an evil place to dwell.